Pregnancy and Lifestyle

Testosterone deficiency in ageing males (andropause; male menopause; late-onset hypogonadism)
General 04 Feb 2010

Testosterone deficiency in ageing males (andropause; male menopause; late-onset hypogonadism)

Testosterone deficiency is a condition in which a man has lower than normal levels of testosterone in his blood. In ageing males (those over 40…
Dental Health and Nutrition During Pregnancy
Children's health 23 Jan 2010

Dental Health and Nutrition During Pregnancy

During pregnancy there must be extra attention placed on good dental hygiene for the sake of the expecting mother, and also for the dental development of…
Basal Body Temperature Monitoring Contraceptive Method
Hormones 22 Jan 2010

Basal Body Temperature Monitoring Contraceptive Method

Basal body temperature monitoring is a contraceptive method which relies on the woman monitoring her basal body temperature on a daily basis to determine the…
Menstruation Calculator
Hormones 21 Jan 2010

Menstruation Calculator

The menstruation calculator is a tool for determining when your next period is due, based on your last menstruation start date and a 28 day…
Sperm Health
Hormones 08 Jan 2010

Sperm Health

Some known causes of male infertility include low sperm count or non-functioning sperm. Sperm health can be affected by several factors.
Complications of Pregnancy
Pregnancy and Lifestyle 06 Jan 2010

Complications of Pregnancy

Pregnancy is a normal and natural event. However, it may pose risks to the mother. Complications can include ectopic pregnancy, placenta praevia, placental abruption, preeclampsia…
Symptoms in Pregnancy
Pregnancy and Lifestyle 05 Jan 2010

Symptoms in Pregnancy

Symptoms commonly experienced during pregnancy include abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding, nausea and vomiting and weight gain.
Ring in the New Year
Blood 23 Dec 2009

Ring in the New Year

New Year’s Eve: It was the best of times, it was the worst of times … New Year’s Eve is possibly the biggest party of the year, often leading to the biggest hangover of the year. Do you recognise the words “I’m never drinking again”? We’ve all said them and…
Healthy and safe sex on New Year’s Eve
Infections 22 Dec 2009

Healthy and safe sex on New Year’s Eve

New Year's Eve is traditionally associated with all-night parties. For many people it may involve a midnight kiss and subsequent sexual activity, which might occur…